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A Wonderful Wednesday Indeed
Welcome to Day Three! Coming soon to a House of Commons near you: Routine Proceedings, Question Period, and perhaps some procedural shenanigans.
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A Court of Thrones and Speeches
Welcome to Day Two of the Forty-Fifth Parliament. A day of pomp and circumstance, wrapped in tradition and procedure, with subtle hints of themes and…
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First and Forty-Five
We are so back. A new Parliament opens today and His Majesty is here to see most of it unfold. What's on deck in the hours to come? Read on...
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April 2025

March 2025

The Base Pivot Necessary For Change
Do the Conservatives really need to pivot if they're polling at 40%? Yes. And no.
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'Twas the Night Before Writ Drop
There's only one sleep left until 343 writs appear before our very eyes.
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The Vibe Shift
Something's in the air. An election? A changing of the seasons? Or a little bit of everything all of the time?
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Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night
The world is a weird place right now. But hope springs eternal. You’ve got to kick at the darkness ‘til it bleeds the daylight.
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Who's Afraid Of Little Old Me?
The vibes of an election can make or break a party's chances of pulling off the improbable, the impossible, or the inevitable. Two demographics in…
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Better Is Always Possible
After nearly twelve years in office, Justin Trudeau's final day as Leader of the Liberal Party is upon us. Reflecting on the legacy of Canada's 23rd…
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A Commons Carol
A three-part tale on the past, present, and future of Canadian politics. Buckle up and enjoy the ride.
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The Second Session
Prorogation ended the most recent Session of Parliament. How chaotic could the Second Session be - if it even happens?
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